Vintage Blue Lapis and Silver Boho Necklace - 1980s Lapis Lazuli Cabochon and Silver Pendant 18" Necklace - Southwestern Boho Lapis Lazuli

Embrace the captivating allure of this fabulous vintage pendant necklace, radiating a boho-inspired charm. Set with a large lapis lazuli cabochon, embraced by the rustic charm of silver, this necklace exudes a Southwest-inspired aesthetic. The interplay of silky silver against the deep blue lapis, adorned with pyrite and calcite flecks, creates a mesmerizing and eye-catching accessory for your jewelry collection.

For over 6,000 years, lapis lazuli has been a coveted gemstone adored by ancient civilizations like the Egyptians, Babylonians, Greeks, Chinese, Romans, and Mesopotamians. Derived from Latin "lapis," meaning "blue stone," it is a unique gem classified as a rock. The golden flecks, known as iron pyrite or "fool‘s gold," lend a captivating brilliance to the stone. Throughout history, people have cherished lapis for its believed abilities to heal sadness, protect against malevolent spirits, and invoke the assistance of angels. Once valued as much as gold, lapis was used as a pigment in illuminated manuscripts.

The necklace is in very good vintage condition with minimal signs of wear. The silver shows signs of wear but nothing noticeable or obvious. The lapis is not chipped or cracked, and the pendant isn‘t marked or stamped. The chain is silver plated and not original to the necklace.

The necklace is 18" long, the pendant is 1-5/8" tall, 1-3/16" wide, and weighs 16.32 grams. The box is for display only.

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